US Bridges

SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp

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Cowlitz County, Washington · JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0017835B0000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
103 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,310
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,310 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,307 by 2039. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 432 E-S Ramp
CrossesSR 432 E-E Ramp
LocationJCT I-5
RouteState Highway 432
CountyCowlitz County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.1065, -122.88267
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating53.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length103 ft (31.4 m)
Longest span95 ft (29.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,310 (2023)
Projected traffic15,307 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp carry?

About 11,310 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp?

The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 432 E-S Ramp over SR 432 E-E Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.